{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Kahakai Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":49.4,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":3305187,"projectId":9158585,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your very generous gifts. Our class has been bubbling with collaborative conversations as we converse with math talks on our white boards. It has been so helpful to use our white boards not only in math but in other subjects as well. They are a great addition to our classroom culture.\r\nBeing able to choose a snack has been extra special for our students. They come to school hungry and now that they are able to choose a snack, they can focus on their work and have energy for the rest of the day. Snack time might just be their favorite time of day!","fullyFundedDate":1741960165828,"projectUrl":"project/vocabulary-math-chats-and-snacks-oh-my/9158585/","projectTitle":"Vocabulary, Math Chats, and Snacks Oh My!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. DeGuair","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3305187_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1628071796192","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3305187"},{"teacherId":3132828,"projectId":9155124,"letterContent":"What an amazing donation you provided for us. We used the resources you donated for so many fun learning activities. We got prizes for doing our homework. We got snacks when we were hungry. We used our whiteboards and markers for our learning. Mainly math, but all activities. The whiteboards helped us do our own math but we also used them to work together. We learned some great cooperative learning activities. We also learned it's ok to share what we are thinking, it is not cheating, it is helping everyone succeed. So the objects were great but we also learned valuable life skills. We appreciate it all so much. Thank you for investing in us! We won't forget it!","fullyFundedDate":1741736950543,"projectUrl":"project/cooperative-learning-works/9155124/","projectTitle":"Cooperative Learning Works!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. CRANWELL","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3132828_orig.jpg?crop=2365,2365,x577,y268&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1593650009689","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3132828"},{"teacherId":1413749,"projectId":8886102,"letterContent":"The snacks provided through Donors Choose has made a world of difference in my students' moods and wanting to come to school. They feel like they have an option even if they miss breakfast. It not only calms their growling stomachs but has brighten their moods. \r\nWhen students are hungry, it is almost impossible for them to focus on learning. They are fixated on their hunger and nothing else. Just a little snack can help them make it till lunch and sometimes makes all the difference for a child. \r\nI appreciate your generosity more than you know. I hope that we can continue to feed hungry stomachs so that we can nurture and feed young minds at the same time.","fullyFundedDate":1729392202461,"projectUrl":"project/feeding-tummies-to-grow-our-minds/8886102/","projectTitle":"Feeding Tummies to Grow Our Minds","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Aoki-Davidson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1413749"},{"teacherId":1413749,"projectId":9155986,"letterContent":"The snacks provided through Donors Choose has made a world of difference in my students' moods and wanting to come to school. They feel like they have an option even if they miss breakfast. It not only calms their growling stomachs but has brighten their moods. \r\nWhen students are hungry, it is almost impossible for them to focus on learning. They are fixated on their hunger and nothing else. Just a little snack can help them make it till lunch and sometimes makes all the difference for a child. \r\nI appreciate your generosity more than you know. I hope that we can continue to feed hungry stomachs so that we can nurture and feed young minds at the same time.","fullyFundedDate":1741822876224,"projectUrl":"project/fueling-our-bodies-and-minds/9155986/","projectTitle":"Fueling Our Bodies and Minds","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Aoki-Davidson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1413749"},{"teacherId":10008894,"projectId":9298465,"letterContent":"The donation you provided has allowed a young child who has experienced homelessness and financial difficulties in his young life to receive nice new clothes. His mother had been unable to provide him with new clothes and the clothes your donation allowed him to receive made him feel more comfortable and confident at school and all activities in his life. Feeling more comfortable and positive about his appearance is so helpful for an overall better experience within his classroom and the entire educational program.\r\n\r\nYour generosity is very much appreciated. Improving this child's wellbeing helps him do his best learning!","fullyFundedDate":1746465074851,"projectUrl":"project/homeless-six-year-old-child-needs-school/9298465/","projectTitle":"Homeless Six-Year-Old Child Needs School Clothes","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Greenwell","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10008894"},{"teacherId":9814301,"projectId":9143141,"letterContent":"We are incredibly grateful for the generous support that made our calming corner possible. The impact on our classroom has been truly transformative. When we first introduced the bean bags, fidget toys, and the soft carpet, the students were overjoyed. You could see the excitement in their faces as they explored these new resources, and it was clear from the very beginning that this was something special for them.\r\n\r\nOne moment that stands out for me was when one of my more anxious students, who often struggles to stay focused, found comfort in the calming corner. After just a few minutes with the fidget toys and the bean bag, she was able to calm herself and come back to the lesson with a renewed sense of focus and peace. It was such a beautiful reminder of how small changes can make a big difference in a child's ability to thrive.\r\n\r\nOur students are now using the calming corner in so many meaningful ways—not just to relax, but also to refocus when they're feeling overwhelmed. It's become a safe space where they can take a break, process their emotions, and return to their work with a clearer mind. Some of the students even work together in the corner, sharing the toys and supporting one another, which has strengthened our classroom community in ways we didn't anticipate.\r\n\r\nWe are beyond thankful for your contribution. These materials have given our students a space to learn how to manage their emotions, develop self-regulation skills, and feel safe and supported in their journey. Your kindness has made such a lasting difference in their lives, and we can't thank you enough for helping create this peaceful, positive environment.","fullyFundedDate":1741743752389,"projectUrl":"project/calming-corner-a-safe-place-for-focus-an/9143141/","projectTitle":"Calming Corner a Safe Place for Focus and Growth","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Advincula","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9814301_orig.jpg?crop=2556,2556,x0,y136&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1729748684415","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9814301"},{"teacherId":9967101,"projectId":9158447,"letterContent":"I wanted to extend my heartfelt mahalo for your generous donation that helped provide snacks for my students. Your kindness has made a meaningful difference in our classroom.\r\n\r\nMany of my students come to school needing that little extra boost of nourishment and comfort, and thanks to your support, they now have access to healthy snacks that help them stay focused, energized, and ready to learn. Something as simple as a granola bar or crackers can truly change the course of their day—and their attitude toward learning.\r\n\r\nYou've not only helped feed young minds and bodies, but you've also reminded our keiki that there are people out there who believe in them.","fullyFundedDate":1742162189567,"projectUrl":"project/imi-pono-seeking-excellence/9158447/","projectTitle":"‘Imi Pono- Seeking Excellence!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Yglesias","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9967101_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1741978120491","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9967101"},{"teacherId":8363136,"projectId":9173807,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for all of the things that I was able to receive with this donation. Now all the students can get all the books that they want in their hands as often as they'd like. The library will now run smoother and without any stress as we have all the materials that we need to get the books into the children's hands. Our students here at the school are so and appreciated and excited to have all the materials at their fingertips. It was almost coming to a point where we were not able to get the students the books that they needed. But now we can and we are so happy. Thank you so much for everything.","fullyFundedDate":1742162689693,"projectUrl":"project/library-lets-keep-getting-books-in-ou/9173807/","projectTitle":"Library - let's keep getting books in our keiki's hands","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Wikum","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8363136"},{"teacherId":7840679,"projectId":9160453,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation to support my classroom and students. With your donations I was able to purchase laminating pouches for math and language arts learning centers, student rubrics, strategy cards, small group management cards.\r\n\r\nMy students have benefited from using these durable and reusable cards and pages during the week and for daily instruction. It is easy for them to write on with dry erase markers, wipe and clean quickly, and have others reuse them in our small groups. My students and I prefer the laminated pouches over sheet protectors because of their durability and customizable sizes.","fullyFundedDate":1742922716347,"projectUrl":"project/learning-center-supplies-for-math-and-la/9160453/","projectTitle":"Learning Center Supplies for Math and Language Arts!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Hull","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7840679_orig.jpg?crop=1041,1041,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1620089789441","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7840679"},{"teacherId":7840679,"projectId":9156165,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your support and donations to help me build my Thinking Classroom! My students were ecstatic when they saw the first vertical whiteboard put together! They could not wait to use them during math time to work together on math problems.\r\n\r\nMy students have been using our vertical whiteboards in random partnerships for 2 months. We have done so many tasks together on these whiteboards that students automatically get started on them and even request the use of them even when doing a quiz or test. I have seen my lowest student grow so much from working with partners that he has gone from not being able to count 1-20, to being able to add and subtract within 20 by the end of the school year. I have seen students grow in their thinking for math so much that they have met our math standards with excellence, instead of just being proficient.\r\n\r\nI am very excited to start a brand new year in August with a new group of students and our Thinking Classrooms materials. I will continue to use them in Language Arts, Writing, Science, Social Studies, and Math! Students will collaborate and work together to practice writing paragraphs for Opinion, Informational, and Narrative writing. They will continue to use the boards in math to solve problems and show/explain their thinking.","fullyFundedDate":1741956185491,"projectUrl":"project/build-a-thinking-classroom-transformatio/9156165/","projectTitle":"Build a Thinking Classroom Transformation with Vertical Whiteboards!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Hull","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7840679_orig.jpg?crop=1041,1041,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1620089789441","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7840679"},{"teacherId":6281978,"projectId":9156467,"letterContent":"On behalf of my students and myself, I want to express our deepest gratitude for your generous donations of Post-it chart paper, dry erase markers, erasers, pencils, colored pencils, art supplies, math manipulatives, storage containers, and math games. Your kindness and support have made a remarkable difference in our classroom, both in how we learn and in how we feel about learning.\r\n\r\nThe Post-it chart paper has quickly become a classroom favorite. Whether we are working on group projects, brainstorming ideas, or reviewing key concepts, the chart paper has helped bring our thinking to life. Students are excited to share their thoughts and see them proudly displayed around the room. It gives them a sense of ownership and pride in their learning, and the visual reminders help reinforce the material we've covered.\r\n\r\nThe dry erase markers and erasers have had a big impact on our daily instruction, especially in math and small group work. With these tools, students can actively participate by solving problems on whiteboards and quickly correcting mistakes. This has encouraged a more hands-on, flexible approach to learning, where mistakes are seen as part of the process rather than something to fear. Students are more engaged, and they're gaining confidence in their abilities as they interact with the material in real time.\r\n\r\nThe donation of pencils, colored pencils, and a wide variety of art supplies has helped fuel our creativity across subjects. From illustrating science diagrams to creating storyboards for language arts, your contributions have given students the ability to express their understanding in colorful, imaginative ways. Art is a powerful tool for connection and communication, and your donation has helped us harness that in meaningful ways.\r\n\r\nOur math manipulatives and new storage containers have been a tremendous resource. Students learn best when they can touch and manipulate the tools they're using. These hands-on materials have helped students understand abstract math concepts with greater clarity and confidence. The storage containers have made it easy for students to access and organize materials independently, which supports their growing responsibility and self-direction.\r\n\r\nAnd then there are the math games—these have truly brought a new level of excitement to our learning. The games make math fun, interactive, and accessible. They promote teamwork, strategic thinking, and perseverance. Students often request to play them during free time or center rotations, which speaks volumes about their positive impact.\r\n\r\nWhat's even more meaningful than the materials themselves is the message your donation has sent to our students. You've shown them that people they've never met care about their education and want to see them succeed. That kind of support instills a sense of value, encouragement, and hope that stays with them far beyond the classroom.\r\n\r\nThank you for making such a meaningful contribution to our learning environment. Your generosity is helping shape curious, confident, and capable learners every single day.","fullyFundedDate":1741913594048,"projectUrl":"project/investing-in-young-artists-mathematici/9156467/","projectTitle":"Investing in Young Artists & Mathematicians: Support Our Students!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. DeVito","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6281978"},{"teacherId":2109517,"projectId":9157206,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous support! Your gift helps our math groups thrive, where children learn teamwork and problem-solving. Students collaborate, share ideas, and celebrate successes together, making math engaging and fun. They build confidence and essential communication skills while tackling challenges. Snacks and clipboards enhance their focus and organization, creating an optimal learning environment. Your contribution truly makes a difference! 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